Golden Milk Turmeric Latte
Updated Nov 07, 2025
This golden milk latte is made with turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger, mixed into milk of choice with honey and a pinch of black pepper.
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Turmeric lattes are soo good!
I started making golden milk lattes, aka turmeric lattes, at night a few years ago, and it’s become one of my favorite ways to wind down. The mix of turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger gives it an earthy flavor. You only need a few pantry spices and your favorite milk to make a golden milk latte, and it comes together in minutes. Whether you drink it before bed or first thing in the morning, this turmeric latte is one of those simple rituals that just makes you feel good from the inside out.
Happy Cooking!
– Yumna
Golden Milk Turmeric Latte Ingredients
- Cream or milk: Almond milk or oat milk are the two most popular types of milk used, but you can also use heavy cream or half and half as well.
- Sweetener: Natural sweeteners like honey or a plant based sweetener.
- Spices: Turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, and a pinch of black pepper. Turmeric is the most important spice for making a golden milk latte, and it’s what gives it that rich, robust yellow color and anti-inflammatory benefits.
How to Make Turmeric Latte
Golden Milk Turmeric Latte Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cups almond milk or milk of choice
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon plus more for sprinkling
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger or 1 teaspoon fresh grated
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil optional
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the milk, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, and black pepper. Place over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, whisking often. Do not let it boil.
- Once warmed through and spices are dissolved, remove from heat. Stir in honey and coconut oil, if using. Strain to remove the grated ginger, if desired.
- Pour into mugs and sprinkle lightly with cinnamon before serving.
Notes
- My Top Tip: Check that your spices aren’t stale for maximum flavor and benefits. Rub a little of the spice between your fingers, if there is only a faint aroma it’s time to get new spices.
Turmeric Sourcing: You can buy turmeric powder at any grocery store or health food stores. There’s no need to make sure it’s organic, but it’s always better if you can opt for organic.- Storage: You can make a big batch of this. and store in your fridge in an airtight jar for up to 5 days. Then just warm up a portion in the microwave when you’re ready to drink.
8 ounces almond milk
2 ounces espresso
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon turmeric
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
In a microwave safe mug, heat the almond milk for about 1 minute, or to your desired temperature.
Add a fresh shot of espresso or concentrated coffee to the warmed almond milk.
Whisk in the honey, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger and cayenne pepper, if using. You can also use a milk frother, and froth for a couple minutes until you reach your desired froth level. Garnish with cinnamon and enjoy immediately!
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
Recipe Tips
- Check that your spices aren’t stale for maximum flavor and benefits. Rub a little of the spice between your fingers, if there is only a faint aroma it’s time to get new spices.
- Made an iced turmeric latte! I love drinking this hot but you can easily add some ice and cool it down a bit, too.
- Whisk it well. If you do use a whisk, make sure that you whisk it well and fast. To get that frothy texture, you need to whisk quickly.
- Don’t forget to garnish. The added little pinch of cinnamon on top really enhances the flavor!
FAQs
I like to use a frother as it gets the milk really light and fluffy, but a whisk will also work. If you use a whisk, be sure to combine the spices well.
You can buy turmeric powder at any grocery store or health food store. There’s no need to make sure it’s organic, but it’s always better if you can opt for organic.
Comments
I just made this…it’s delicious! I used my milk frother to mix and heat.
Yay! So happy you liked it!!
Hi there!
I’m anxious to try this recipe! I would like to use fresh ginger and turmeric. Not sure how much of each to use. Thank you!
I can’t wait for you to try this! I would estimate to use 1 tablespoon of fresh-grated ginger and roughly 1.5 centimeters of fresh turmeric root. Let me know how it goes!
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